Such a fucking adorable little spot!!!!…read more We had a reservation for 5:45 on a Saturday and were seated immediately. We actually got the most precious little corner booth/bench situation. Our server was incredible. She was SO NICE and helpful and just emanating the best energy. She was so on top of shit too. The menu looks incredible. There are so many options it is like impossible to choose. It is not common, at all, to have the option of plant based dumplings so I jumped on that one. I ordered pan fried. They were AMAZING. They were stuffed with more than the standard cabbage maybe a few carrot strands and a few mushrooms. Even gf who didn't appear to be convinced at first did some damage. I was very torn between my ush (Penang curry) and something with noodles. I ultimately went with the latter. The noodles weren't quite as slippery and slidey as I was expecting but the sauce was so good and the thing was overflowing with vegetables. It was such a ridiculous portion I could barely put a dent in it. GF got pho which felt insane after spending yesterday in a furnace all day at the state fair. It was the most authentic pho I have had since leaving Vietnam. Our cocktails were beautiful, I think they were on fire if I remember correctly.

One of my favorite places in Madison! It's amazing to see the growth throughout the years that I…read moreused to come here in college, post grad, and now my occasional visits. This is a place where I enjoy the appetizers more than the entrees. They have a big menu, so I feel that is where they kind of struggle with a star entree for me. Thai iced tea - too much half and half so couldn't really taste the tea Papaya salad - medium spicy level, had a kick at first but it wasn't present throughout the rest of the salad. Not that flavorful so if you're looking for the sour and strong taste, wouldn't recommend this. Pan fried Pork dumplings - it's fake pork but I can't even tell the difference! The sauce is great and not super salty. Egg roll with spring roll - unique item but didn't stand out. Egg roll gave a crunch but not much taste Spring roll - always a solid choice. The sauce is amazing! Umami and perfect amount of salty. Coconut sticky rice - more like a soup/congee texture. It was hot and the coconut rice overpowered the mango so it didn't have a cohesive taste. 2 individual bathrooms. Parking is free but difficult to find. Would recommend making a reservation. Service was ok, had to look for our waitress a couple of times for more napkins and water refills.

Best pho in town! Good egg rolls, spring rolls, vermicelli. Prices are reasonable for the portion…read moresizes. Vietnamese coffee is amazing. I like the hot version, lightly sweetened. Take advantage of the refills! Now that I don't live in town anymore, I make the 90 mile drive as often as I can to have lunch here. Worth it every time.

Many delicious choices on the menu, although some are too salty. Try the roast duck (on rice or in…read moresoup)--outstanding. The place is clean and attractive. Servers are okay.

This place is the best pho place around Madison, WI. The pho is hearty and flavorful. The ratio of…read moremeat to noodle is superb. If you don't already, I would always recommend using the complimentary mint, bean sprouts, and lime for your pho. They seat you quickly from the moment you walk in. The waiters are attentive to your needs as well. 10/10 recommend.

We had such a wonderful experience at this family operated business. It was so impressive to see…read morehow few staff they had but how they kept everything moving, clean and delicious. Pho Nam is located in a newer development that features other tasty businesses like Mongolian hot pot and Peruvian rotisserie chicken. We were craving some hot pho, filled with veggies, and this hit the spot. We were promptly greeted and seated upon entering. I ordered a bowl of their vegan broth with additional veggies, added alongside the rice noodles and tofu. It was packed with broccoli, carrots, sprouts and basil. My sister ordered the chicken pho and was equally pleased. I loved seeing how they had their kids helping with the business and everyone was so friendly. I would definitely recommend this spot if you're in the Madison area. Bonus points for offering a vegan option.

This Special Ham Sandwich, or Banh Mi Thit Nguoi, was such a delicious find!…read moreI ordered the Vietnamese ham banh mi with assorted Vietnamese ham, pâté, house-made mayonnaise, pickled carrots and daikon, cilantro, green onion, cucumber, and jalapeño. Everything came together perfectly, and the food came out fresh. The bread deserves its own shoutout because it was PERFECT. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and the perfect vessel for all those flavorful fillings. The staff was also great and made the experience even better. The restaurant itself is such a cute and cozy little spot, making it a great place to grab a delicious meal and relax. Fresh food, amazing bread, friendly staff, and a cozy atmosphere. I'd definitely come back to try more from the menu!

This is a great place for Vietnamese cuisine. They have a great selection of banh mi, pho, and…read moreother Vietnamese culinary delights. This is a large restaurant. They have a lot of seating. They have separate tables along the walls, and long tables down the center of the establishment. Thus, you should always be able to find a place to sit. The staff here are super nice. Very friendly! They're happy to help you with any decisions you need to make, or just to take your order in a rapid manner. This restaurant is located in a shopping area that has a very large parking lot. You should never have a problem finding a place to park. Overall, if you want some great Vietnamese influenced food, this is a great place to find it.

Ahan is a delight for the tastebuds and eyes! This restaurant offers a combination of classic…read moresoutheast Asian cuisine as well as creative and boundary pushing dishes. I went with a small group, and although the place was packed the wood ceilings and dim lights help to foster an intimate and cozy aesthetic! For start we ordered two delicious appetizers (see photos below) and drinks! The drink menu was especially interesting offering several cocktails that I've never seen before! My cocktail, for example, included popping boba! Our entrees were flavorful! The waiter was knowledgeable and friendly, giving recommendations and insights when asked. Overall this is a great addition to Madison, and I can't wait to go back!

Food was great--not too salty. The staff were attentive and polite, despite being busy. The…read morerestaurant itself is very dimly lit, and the interior is also on the louder side. Since Ahan does not take reservations, I'd recommend going for dinner on a nice day. Arrive early, put your name on the waitlist, and take a walk around the neighborhood!

The food was OK. Nothing too amazing, but it is a solid spot for cheap eats. The broth was…read moredelicious, but it felt like it was missing something...I also wish that the dish came with more veggies / meat. It felt like most of the dish was just the noodles, and it was not balanced (ended up not finishing the noodles). Service is very straightforward. You order up front, and they deliver the food to you. After that, you put away your dishes/trash. Very standard noodle shop. Nothing too crazy. We came in at a pretty empty time (near 8pm), so service was not packed. It is a standard restaurant with standard seating options. Standard vibes only.

Hand pulled noodles for REAL!!! You can watch the chef pull your noodles to order. So rare of a…read moreprocess I HIGHLY RECOMMEND trying this mom and pop noodle shop. The texture of the noodle that's achieved by hand pulling cannot be replicated by a machine. This family run restaurant deserves your attention if you love authentic, tasty, and local food. There are many options: hot/cold; udon, rice, cut noodles if you don't want hand pulled; soup dumplings; baos; and more. We will be back for noodles and dumb for sure! This family restaurant will not disappoint if you're in the mood for noodles, or noodle soup.

Such a fun and great game day stop. We stopped for a drink and appetizers on our way to the…read morefootball game. Service is always excellent and we were able to get a table. They have some of the best crab rangoons in town and everything came out quickly.

It's always a pleasure to dine here, the food is great, the people are friendly and the atmosphere…read moreis always comfortable. Don't listen to some of those negative reviews.

The sausage was pretty good and the dipping sauce made it even better. The sticky rice was pretty…read moregood too but I wish there was more sausage for the amount of rice since the portions for rice were generous while the sausage was not as much.

Pork belly: is solid and definitely edible, but not too juicy and I think relies too heavily on the…read moredipping sauce they provide. Tri-color drink: the coconut milk and sago was great at first, but too much ice and those worm-like things made the last half the drink unenjoyable.

YUMMM I got the Thai tea with boba and my friend got the milk tea with boba. They were both…read moredelicious! I really liked how you could adjust the sweetness level. The cashier was a very kind older man, big fan of his! The drinks came out very fast as well. The ambiance is almost like a spa, with its calming music and plants. I definitely will be back!

We came to Madison looking for Bambū and made it in before closing. The variety of drinks and fruit…read moreconcoctions with or without ice cream or boba is vast. Spoiled for choice... for real. There's also waffles and mochi ice cream. I was so pleased with the strawberry fruit tea that I got - perfect sweetness at 50%. The man who took our order was on top of everything and got our order perfectly. It's a small shop with about five little tables and a few counter seats at the window. Cool place to meet up with friends.

I took out a quick lunch from here on a weekday. There wasn't a crowd. I took the special combo…read moresandwich. It was nice and flavorful with fresh veggies. There was a full size and half size option. I went for the full size option.

Fast, and sooooo good! Always love a good bahn mi and the bread was warm!!! Would definitely come…read moreagain, affordable too!